Getting to Know Yourself in Recovery
Addiction has a way of distancing us from our true selves. Not only are we likely to behave in ways that defy our character and decision-making skills when we are under the influence of substances,…
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4 Reasons Volunteering Strengthens Your Recovery
Volunteering has been a part of AA since the very beginning and still an important part of the program. You haven’t really worked the steps until you have helped others. If you’re new to recovery,…
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What if You Don’t Have Time for Self-care?
Self-care includes all the things you do for yourself to keep your body and mind healthy. It’s an indispensable part of addiction recovery. Self-care may include things like regular exercise, meditation, journaling, prayer, taking time…
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5 Tips for Maintaining Recovery After Surgery
Most people experience some pain following surgery and some other medical procedures. They are often prescribed opioid painkillers to manage the pain, which can sometimes be intense. People recovering from addiction are understandably nervous about…
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Do People Benefit From Sober Living Homes?
With so many types of support for addiction recovery, it can be challenging to pinpoint some of the benefits of each one – because although they all aim to provide guidance, different recovery platforms truly…
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Stop Trying to Be Perfectly Sober and Start Embracing Your Own Imperfections
Do not be fooled. Sobriety is not some magical potion. It does not make everything perfect. When you start to realize this, you can begin to embrace your own imperfections, rather than try to keep…
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Try These Top 5 Coping Skills to Manage Recovery
Even though different tools resonate with different people, there are tome top coping skills that can really be beneficial for people in recovery. Many people are further down the road than newbies in sobriety who…
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How Do I Talk to Insurance Companies About Treatment?
The type of treatment and addiction centers vary when it comes to type of treatment, cost, and whether insurance will pay the bill. Though treatment may seem costly, most insurance policies include provisions that cover…
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